Melvin D. Harvey, 61, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2015 at The Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters with his family by his side. Melvin was born January 12, 1954, at Albany, NY, the son of the late O.D. Harvey and Willie Mae Davis. He worked for the University of Albany, and was dedicated for over 20 years. Melvin...
William O. Beadnell, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 23, 2015 at his home. He was 97 years old.William is survived by his loving wife of 75 years, Daisie E. (Nichols) Beadnell; his son Gary and his wife Peggy Sue Beadnell of Schenectady; his grandchildren: Michael (Sasha) and Timothy (Jaclyn) Beadnell, Jesse and Selby Smith...
Rowena Lavender ,80, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, 2015 after a brief illness at Albany Memorial Hospital with her loving family by her side. Rowena was born in Colonie and was the daughter of the late Thomas Winegar and Marion (Finch) Winegar. Rowena was the devoted wife to Louis Lavender, to whom she was marriage for over 61...
East Berne- John F. McIntyre 50, passed away Sunday, June 21st, 2015 at Albany Medical Center after a year long battle with brain cancer. Born in Altamont, he was the son of James W. Sr. and E. Ruth McIntyre of Daytona Beach, FL. As a life long area resident, John graduated from Guilderland class of 83' and went on to...
Gaston Brisebois, born on February 25, 1932 passed away peacefully at home on June 20, 2015. He was born in Montreal, Canada and moved to Albany, New York at the age of 18 years old and became a U.S. Citizen . He proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Corporal during the Korean War from July 8, 1952 -...
Albany- Archie "Don" Cowan passed away on June 19, 2015 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Albany after a brief battle with cancer. He was born to the late Alberta Newsome and Rev. Players Cowan on January 6, 1932. Donald was born and reared in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He was educated through the Pleasantville and Atlantic...
Schenectady- Helen T. Barrett, nee Howard passed away with her family by her side on June 20, 2015 in Schenectady, NY. She was 88 years old. The daughter of the late Patrick J. and Mary E. (Noonan) Howard, Helen was born on July 7, 1926 in New York, NY. She was raised in Hainseville, NJ. Helen married James B. Barrett...
SCHENECTADY_Grayson Leigh Gokee, 31, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on Friday, June 19, 2015 at his home. Grayson was born on August 19, 1983 son of Laurel Gokee and Paul Ceryes. He grew up in Schenectady and graduated from Schenectady High School, Class of 2001. Following his high school graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he...
GUILDERLAND- Edward W. Larson Sr., 80, went home to be with his Lord, on Friday, June 19, 2015, with his loving family by his side, at Albany Medical Center.Ed was born to the late William and Mae Larson on July 07, 1934, on Staten Island, NY. Ed was a loyal employee for GE, in Schenectady, NY until his retirement in...
COLONIE- Anna S. Pietrazk, 64, passed away at Ellis Hospital on June 18, 2015.Calling hours will be held at St. Clare's Church, 1947 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205, on Wednesday 6/24/2015, at 10:00-11:00, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be held after at11:00. Burial will be held privately at St. Agnes Cemetery.
Leon Vincent Tucker received his wings and went home to be with his lord on June 17, 2015. Leon was born on November 20, 1949 to the late Estelle Parker and John Tucker in Albany, New York. Leon was educated in the Albany Public School system. He was baptized at the age of 10 at the Union MissionaryBaptist Church and...
ALBANY- Ella Marie Miller, 56, passed away in her home on Wednesday, June 17, 2015, with her loving family by her side. Ella Marie was born on February 19, 1959 to Ben Grate and the late Mary Grate, in Griffin, North Carolina. She was a dedicated employee to Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home for over 10 years.Ella Marie is survived...
Samuel J. Poutre passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 16, 2015 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. He was 64 years old.The son of the late Joseph and Simone (Pellitier) Poutre, Sam was born on May 3, 1951 in Albany, NY. "Sam the Man" had a great love for his family and friends. He worked until his...
WEST ALBANY_Nelson G. Sager III, 42, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2015 at home. He was born on October 3, 1972 in Morocco, Africa son of Nelson G. Sager Jr. and Dawn Kakely-Giles.Nelson was a devoted father and a hard worker. His daughters were his whole world. He enjoyed playing the drums in several bands. Nelson took great...
SCHENECTADY - Ronald H. Guynup, Sr., 78, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2015 at his home after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born on May 18, 1937 in Rensselaer, NY and was the son of the late Myles C. and Florence I. (Houser) Guynup. He owned and operated Ron's Garage in Schenectady...
Deborah J. Becker, 59, died suddenly at her home on June 13, 2015. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Agnes V. and the late Robert T. Marsh. She was a graduate of Cardinal McCloskey High School and was employed for many years at the NYS Department of Civil Service. Deborah is survived by her sons: James J. (Melinda)...
ALBANY - Allan Donald (Don) Emerich, 81, peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 13, 2015 following a brief illness. At his side were Jack McAvoy, his long-time companion and caregiver, and Mr. McAvoy's partner, Andrew J. Soldani, both of Albany. Don was predeceased by his dear friend, Harry G. Schalck of West Chester, PennsylvaniaDon was born September 22, 1933...
Addie M. Webster, 88, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2015 at her home. Addie was born May 25, 1927, in Buckhead, Georgia, the daughter of the late Levi and Martha Manley. She was a member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church for many years where she served as a Deaconess. She also enjoyed serving the community working in the...
Delmar - Robbie S. Green, 76, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2015 at the Livingston Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hudson, NY. She was born January 2, 1939 to the late Leroy Tanksley and Emily Allen of Harlem, Georgia.She is predeceased by her children Priscilla, Sylvester, Vivian and brothers Samuel Tanksley Sr. and James Tanksley. She is also...
Carolyn Jeanetta (Hughes) LaVeau departed this life after a very long illness on June 11, 2015. She was born on December 23, 1946 to George Walter and Dessie Mae Hughes. She attended the parochial school system as a child, graduating from Albany High School thereafter. She earned her degree from Suny Cobleskill in Nutritional Services as a young woman. Carolyn...